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OR SB497
Bill
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Smith
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AI Summary
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Prohibits cities and counties that administer building inspection programs from adopting energy efficiency construction standards from the Reach Code or similar codes that exceed statewide standards set by the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services
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Amends ORS 455.500, which governs Oregon's Reach Code—a voluntary set of construction standards designed to increase energy efficiency beyond the state building code
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Municipalities must continue to accept and recognize Reach Code standards when property owners voluntarily choose to build to those higher standards
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Takes effect 91 days after the 2025 regular session of the 83rd Legislative Assembly adjourns
Legislative Description
Relating to construction standards for energy efficiency; prescribing an effective date.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025